2006 Fiat Siena vs. 1973 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Siena (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 1033 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen 1302. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Volkswagen 1302 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Volkswagen 1302. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Siena, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Volkswagen 1302 (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Volkswagen 1302 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Siena | 1973 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Siena | 1302 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
